Pakistan’s road to the Asia Cup 2025 final was marked by a standout performance from Shaheen Shah Afridi, who achieved a special milestone in T20 internationals during the Super Four clash against Bangladesh.
The left-arm pacer produced a brilliant spell, taking three wickets for just 17 runs. His early strikes set the momentum, and his closing spell sealed the game as Bangladesh fell short by 11 runs while chasing 136.
Afridi’s heroics earned him the Player of the Match award, his 10th in T20Is — the most by any fast bowler in the format.
His influence wasn’t confined to bowling alone. With Pakistan struggling to post a competitive score, Afridi contributed a vital 19 runs off 13 balls, including two sixes, lifting the total to 135/8. Those runs proved decisive, as Bangladesh could only manage 124/9 in their 20 overs.
Haris Rauf also played a key role, claiming three wickets of his own. Together, the pace duo dismantled Bangladesh’s batting order with six wickets, while Mohammad Nawaz and Saim Ayub added valuable contributions to keep the pressure on.
Afridi’s milestone further cements his rising legacy in world cricket. Famous for his fiery opening overs, he once again pushed Bangladesh onto the back foot early, showing why he remains Pakistan’s go-to match-winner in high-pressure games.
With this victory, Pakistan secured a blockbuster final against India, with Afridi’s milestone standing out as a proud moment heading into the much-anticipated showdown.
